1986 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
